In this Spanish comedy, a millionaire decides on his eightieth birthday that he needs something more memorable than business success to guarantee his legacy. He decides to produce a film and after securing the rights to a Nobel Prize-winning novel, engages acclaimed but unconventional auteur Lola Cuevas (Penelope Cruz) to direct. She in turn casts two very different actors – global movie star Felix (Antonio Banderas) and distinguished thespian Iván (Oscar Martínez) - as her leads. Before long, methods, personalities and egos clash!

 

Official Competition is a clever satire that pokes fun at various elements of film culture, but also has some genuine laugh-out-loud moments. All three actors are clearly enjoying themselves, but it is Cruz that is the standout here.

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“Big laughs and searing insights into the artistic process power this highly enjoyable film world satire.”

- David Jenkins, Little White Lies, Venice International Film Festival 2021

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Festivals & Awards:

Venice International Film Festival 2021

Toronto International Film Festival 2021

San Sebastián International Film Festival 2021

Tallin Black Nights Film Festival 2021

Tribeca Film Festival 2022

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Directors: Mariano Cohn, Gastón Duprat

Cast: Penélope Cruz, Antonio Banderas, Oscar Martínez

Film Runtime: 115mins

Cert: 15A 

Language: Spain, Argentina

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